TJ electrical problem
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Hmm, that sounds like Mike's infamous ground wires. ;-)
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mic canic wrote:
>
> under the dr. side dash on the metal kickpanel is a stud sticking out
> that should have some ground wires attached to it make sure they are
> tight
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mic canic wrote:
>
> under the dr. side dash on the metal kickpanel is a stud sticking out
> that should have some ground wires attached to it make sure they are
> tight
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Hmm, that sounds like Mike's infamous ground wires. ;-)
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mic canic wrote:
>
> under the dr. side dash on the metal kickpanel is a stud sticking out
> that should have some ground wires attached to it make sure they are
> tight
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mic canic wrote:
>
> under the dr. side dash on the metal kickpanel is a stud sticking out
> that should have some ground wires attached to it make sure they are
> tight
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Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Guest
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Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Guest
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Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
all is well again.
"Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
> 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> problem.
>
> I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> box and the power distribution center.
>
> I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> turn signals do not.
>
> Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
>
> I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> check for next?
Guest
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Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
Guest
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Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
Guest
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Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Scott R wrote:
>
> Thanks, Mike, Bill, and "mic canic".
>
> Problem was the ignition switch, replaced with new unit last night and
> all is well again.
>
> "Scott R." <someone@somewhere.net> wrote in
> news:Xns9601AA6F7DB79srwebsearthling@216.77.188.18 :
>
> > 1998 TJ SE, AX-5, 72700 miles, outside of warranty help for this
> > problem.
> >
> > I've been chasing an electrical problem for weeks now and am at a
> > loss. Currently, the factory radio, cigar lighter, turn signals,
> > wipers, 3 amp switched wire (behind glove box) are not functioning.
> > I've since pulled my radio and speakers to trace continuity and
> > look for relays. I've pulled and tested every fuse, behind glove
> > box and the power distribution center.
> >
> > I've used the service manual to perform testing on the accessory
> > relay and accessory relay wiring and all tests have passed. I've
> > also tested any other relay I've run across, all have passed. Have
> > also pulled the turn signal/hazard switch and am testing now. When
> > the multi-function switch is plugged in the hazards work, but the
> > turn signals do not.
> >
> > Before the above listed accessories stopped working completely, I
> > could turn the key, ever so slightly, towards START and hear a
> > buzzy sound and then everything would work again. This is what
> > made me think a relay somewhere was in need of replacing.
> >
> > I've read within this news group of possible ground wire
> > disconnects, a clockspring replaced in the steering wheel and a few
> > other things. Does any one have any suggestions as to what to
> > check for next?
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Ditto.
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Mike Romain wrote:
>
> Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Mike Romain wrote:
>
> Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Guest
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Ditto.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Mike Romain wrote:
>
> Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
Mike Romain wrote:
>
> Thanks for the follow up. It is nice to know the results.
>
> Mike
> 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
> 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's


